Girdwood is a short, 45 minute drive from Anchorage, and a world away. At the foot of the world famous Mt. Alyeska, Girdwood offers a slower paced, relaxing atmosphere to enjoy the best Alaska has to offer. In the winter, ski the 2,500 vertical feet of terrain by day, and dine in a four star restaurant that evening. In summer, pan for gold, pick blueberries, hike through the Chugach National Forest, or learn about Alaskan wildlife at the nearby Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.